Migraine Headaches Be Gone

Twenty-Four million people in the United States alone suffer from migraines. A migraine is typically a throbbing or pulsing headache, often focused on one-side of the head, and associated with nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, as well as certain smells. Attacks are typically recurring, and can be less severe as the migraine sufferer ages.

Migraines can occur at any age, but typically begin between the ages of 10 and 40. While some people experience several migraines a month, a select few only have a few migraines throughout their lifetime. Nearly 75% of migraine sufferers are women. Though migraines can happen at any time, some women experience migraines just prior to or during menstruation. These migraines, called menstrual migraines, are related to hormonal changes and often do not occur during pregnancy. Meanwhile, some women only develop migraines for the first time during pregnancy, or even after menopause.

The actual cause of a migraine is unknown. It is believed, however, that the condition results from a series of reactions in the central nervous system, usually caused by changes in the body or in the environment. Migraines often appear to be inherited, as there is often a family history of the condition. These migraine sufferers may inherit the sensitivity to triggers that produce inflammation in blood vessels and nerves around the brain, which cause pain.

Integrated Pain Management trained and experienced specialists have assisted multiple patients dealing with chronic pain using effective treatment methods and medications. Today, our pain management clinic utilizes modern techniques in evaluating and treating acute and chronic pain. Through keen listening, our highly trained clinicians and physicians will get all the necessary details from the patient and create a treatment plan that will meet the patient’s needs and manage the pain.

The signs and symptoms of migraine pain are often intense and severe, described by throbbing or pulsating pain that only gets intensified by routine physical activity, coughing, straining, or even moving the head. These headaches can often gets so severe that they interfere with the day-to-day activity of a person. Sleeping migraine sufferers can be awakened by the attack, which can also cause a numbing sensation in hands and lips, as well as interfere with eyesight and vision for the duration of the attack. Migraines can be so debilitating – causing sufferers to feel tired and weak even long after the migraine has passed.

Migraines typically begin in a specific area, usually on one side of the head, and can spread and build in intensity over a course of a few hours, then gradually subside. They can last an entire day, or in some extremely severe cases, several days.

The problem with migraine symptoms is that they are as varied as the individual sufferer. The strange sensations, such as tingling or the feeling of numbness, are known as auras, and can start anywhere from ten to thirty minutes before the migraine pain actually sets in.

Migraine treatment is possible. Knowing what triggers your migraines and avoiding them is one of the best ways to avoid a migraine. Treating acute attacks as they appear is crucial. Talking to your doctor, who may prescribe regular use of a preventative medication can also be the way to go. Over the counter treatments for migraines can be helpful, as well as resting or sleeping in a completely dark and quiet place.

Dr. Tian Xia

Our goal is to minimize or eliminate need for medications, reconditioning of body function, return patient to a productive work life and enjoyable personal leisure activities. We are dedicated to provide the highest quality of pain care. ~ Dr. Xia
Integrated Pain Management clinic offers modern resources through a comprehensive program that is aimed at effectively managing different pains and restoring the patient’s quality of life. We specialize in treating different types of pain and anyone who feels as though pain is interfering with their daily life activities is welcomed for check up and treatment. Pain can be as a result of different conditions and at Integrated Pain Management; we focus on relieving pain caused by different conditions such as,
Migraine
Headache
Low back pain
Knee pain
Neck pain
Shoulder pain
Tennis elbow
Golfer’s elbow
Cancer pain
Arthritis
Joint pain
Neuropathic pain
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